The Social Worker provides psychosocial support, assessment, and care planning for PACE program participants within an interdisciplinary team. They facilitate individual and group counseling, resource mobilization, and advocacy to optimize the health and quality of life for geriatric patients.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) and possess at least 2 years of experience in case management or mental health with the geriatric population. A valid BLS certification is required, and bilingual proficiency in Spanish, Chinese, or another language is strongly preferred.
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Job Overview The Social Worker provides a psychosocial perspective to the interdisciplinary evaluation, assessment, care planning, coordination of care, and disenrollment processes of the PACE program.
Interventions may include both individual and group modalities, family contacts, collateral contacts, participant and family education, assessment, counseling, mobilization of resources, identification and support of behavioral health needs, case management and advocacy, and discharge planning.
Use knowledge of lifespan development, family systems, behavioral health, and social determinants of health to skillfully apply interventions that meet the unique needs of PACE participants and their families.
The MSW collaborates as a core Interdisciplinary Team member to optimize the health status and quality of life of the PACE participants.
Minimum Requirements Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited university is required.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in case management, social advocacy, and/or mental health, with the geriatric population.
Field work/internship may substitute 1 year of experience.
Bilingual Spanish/English, Chinese/English, or another second language is strongly preferred.
A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.
Compensation $71,503.24 - $89,379.05 annually Compensation Disclaimer Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations.
The range is subject to change.
Benefits
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Flexible spending accounts
Malpractice insurance
Tuition reimbursement program
Employee referral bonus program
403(b) retirement savings plan
Tail coverage
Employer matching contributions
Commuter flexible spending
Paid CME days
Corporate employee discounts
Pet care insurance
AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization.
This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.
Benefits & Career Development Medical, Dental and Vision insurance 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions Flexible Spending Accounts Commuter Flexible Spending Career Advancement & Development opportunities Paid Time Off & Holidays Paid CME Days Malpractice insurance and tail coverage Tuition Reimbursement Program Corporate Employee Discounts Employee Referral Bonus Program Pet Care Insurance Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers.
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After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
As the nation’s largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), AltaMed is at the forefront of providing affordable, high-quality health care to underserved communities in Los Angeles and Orange Counties.
At AltaMed, you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about making a difference and supporting our community of over 400,000 patients.
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